The 8 Best Mini Wine Fridges As Of January, 2020 (And 5 Other Models)
Not all kitchens accommodate large wine refrigerators, and many of us just want to store and display a handful of our best wines for special guests or family dinners, right? In that case, a mini wine fridge that typically holds 4 to 8 wine bottles atop a small counter space might be the way to go.
Mostly trading off the niceties of larger models -- like too different cooling zones, luscious wood shelves or security locks, mini wine coolers are small-enough to fit limited kitchen spaces and corners. Here are several of the latest counter-top models, mostly storing bottles in a single temperature zone. Some of these mini wine coolers are even able to dispense per-glass servings while others can be affixed under a cupboard. They are also among the cheapest models we have found.
Almost all mini fridges listed here are freestanding models and have space for less than 9 bottles (typically 4 or 8, but some models hold 6 bottles).
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However, it's reportedly noisier than what's ideal, especially for a device that commonly sits on top of kitchen counters. Another common gripe we have seen among buyer reviews is the lack of a digital display which, along with the dial knob-type control, makes it impossible for a specific temperature to be set. Obviously, this is a potential problem for the extra-particular wine drinker, unless you decide to put a thermometer inside.
In addition, the control knob's placement makes it a bit hard to access and use, as reported by reviewers. Since the knob is apparently placed near the interior light source, looking at the markings on the dial could be straining for the eyes.
These ergonomic issues aside, the Magic Chef MCWC6B small wine fridge has still earned far more positive reviews than negative ones, as it appears to be completely able to perform its job while being space- and cost-efficient. With this in mind, it's not surprising that it is currently the number-one mini wine fridge on this top 8 list (Learn how we rank items) with a 102 confidence level (More on confidence levels).
Magic Chef MCWC6B 6-bottle
Ivation IV-FWCT081WSS
Commercial Cool CCWT060MB
Ivation 8-Bottle
Cuisinart CWC-800
Curtis Igloo FRW041 4-Bottle
NutriChef PKTEWC08
Wine Enthusiast Silent 6-Bottle
NutriChef AZPKTEWC08
More mini wine fridges, sorted by the latest model first:
Monoprice Strata Home 24212
Dometic MF-6W
SPT WC-0888H Small Wine Fridge
Vinotemp IL-OW002 Small Wine Cooler
